Food for Life SA’s branch prepares large pots of plant-based meals for dozens of soup kitchens across the Cape Flats.

Parents’ own educational experiences are a major factor in shaping their decisions about where to enroll their children in school.

The economic and political isolation of Afghanistan since the Taliban takeover in 2021 has worsened the humanitarian crisis in the country.

Couples who are trying to conceive are advised to both quit drinking before pregnancy to reduce the risk of negative outcomes for the baby.

While most Australians are self-reliant travellers, there are still many not living up to their side of the bargain.

South African Fairtrade wine farmers have been accused of not treating their workers fairly, according to a recent doctoral study.

The Ethiopian government won global praise for enacting a law that gave close to a million refugees the right to work and live outside camps.

Xolani Klaas, the former general manager of the Social Justice Coalition (SJC), appeared in court on charges of fraud.

Witness in the trial of a Cape Town Law Enforcement officer accused of shooting and killing a homeless man failed to come to court.

Magudumana faces charges including aiding and abetting escape, “murder of several bodies”, violation of bodies, and fraud.

Fields of crops are starting to sprout, but they’re not alone. Red poppies and other “weeds” are also making an appearance.

Despite efforts to build a global consensus against Russia’s actions in Ukraine, many countries are opting for neutrality.

A study has found that household visits from health extension workers are associated with significantly lower rates of child marriage.

Shepherding is a more effective and sustainable way of protecting livestock than killing predators such as leopards, lions and hyenas.

The African Population and Health Research Center carried out a two-year study on girls’ education and wellbeing in Senegal.

Thabo Bester, a convicted murderer and rapist, and his accomplice Nandipha Magudumana, have been brought back to South Africa.

Less than half of land claims made by former labour tenants in South Africa have been resolved, according to a report.

Nollywood employs more than a million people directly or indirectly, making the sector Nigeria’s second largest employer after agriculture.

Researchers have conducted a study to determine what causes low-intensity terror campaigns to become civil wars.

There has been little discussion of whether TikTok could be banned, and there has been almost no discussion of the effects on cybersecurity.

Criminal charges for medical errors are on the rise in SA, leading to questions about the effectiveness of the country’s healthcare.

Lawmakers have passed a bill proposing tough penalties for sexual minorities, including criminalising those who identify as LGBTQI.

Investigative journalist Ruth Hopkins has called for an inquiry into alleged collusion between South African prison authorities.

The City of Cape Town has proposed a new 300-bed Safe Space for homeless people in Green Point, located under the fly-over bridge.

Former prison warder Senohe Matsoara and Zolile Sekeleni, the father of Thabo Bester’s partner Nandipha Magudumana, appeared in court.

British Columbia offers free prescription contraception to all residents, including the birth control pill and injections and implants.

f your teen has opened up to you about their vaping and expressed a desire to quit, there are some practical tips you can follow.

Tinubu’s unprecedented choice of a fellow Muslim as vice-president is likely to increase ethnic and religious tensions.

Africa’s energy sector is getting more attention from policymakers and the private sector, with renewed investor interest in gas contracts.

Australia is part of the Equal Rights Coalition, an intergovernmental body of 42 countries dedicated to the protection of people’s rights.

According to NEIMS, more than 5,000 of the country’s 23,275 public schools still had plain pit toilets in April 2021.

The murder trial of a Cape Town law enforcement officer who shot and killed a homeless man last year kicked off.

In a dramatic turn of events, fugitive Thabo Bester and his accomplice, Dr Nandipha Magudumana, have been arrested in Tanzania.

RSV vaccine given to pregnant women can reduce the risk of severe lower respiratory tract infections in newborns by 82%.

There has been no progress on the huge Umbhayi housing development in Tongaat, north of Durban, since the contractor left the site in 2021.

Ayanda Zulu, a resident of KwaNongoma in the Zululand district, had a difficult time finding employment after completing her studies.

Winky D, a popular Zimdancehall artist in Zimbabwe, is being targeted by the government for his anti-establishment lyrics.

Music challenge memes on TikTok have taken the internet by storm, allowing users to express themselves and connect with others through music.

Several African countries, including Kenya, Egypt, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Ghana, and Zambia, are currently facing shortages of US dollars.

US Vice-President Kamala Harris has recently visited Zambia, which is seen as an example of the country’s increasing engagement with the West.

Contemporary Christians, including bishops and ordinary people, wear crosses or crucifixes as a symbol of their faith.

The Department of Health in South Africa is calling on citizens to take measures to prevent the spread of cholera after cases were reported.

Residents of Mountain View informal settlement in Tshwane are living in dire conditions, with no access to basic services.

The Remembering Sacos Campaign has been established to keep alive the ideals of a non-racial sport society that the organization stood for.

Spontaneous sex may not be as fulfilling as planned sexual encounters, according to a study from York University in Toronto.

In Mfuleni, Cape Town, hundreds of people gather at Mavuso Gqola’s soup kitchen twice a week to receive a warm meal.

South Africa is under pressure to transition from fossil fuels to green energy, with a strong emphasis on renewable sources.

Counterfeit medicines pose a significant threat to public health, particularly in developing countries where they are prevalent.

Research suggests that our brains are wired to seek warm and comforting foods during colder months, as they provide a sense of comfort.

Two political scientists from the University of Washington, James D. Long and Victor Menaldo, offer insights into the indictment of Trump.

The University of Cape Town (UCT) and the UCT Employees Union are set to begin wage negotiations after a deadlock earlier this year.

Families living at the Amaoti Transit Camp north of Durban say they have lost hope that they will be moved to proper housing.

Umalusi has awarded accreditation certificates to private education institutions that have met its rigorous accreditation standards.

The article highlights the inspiring story of Bonakalisile Ngquba, who found an escape from the trauma of rape through waste-picking.

As the autumn and winter seasons approach, fire safety becomes a critical concern for individuals to prevent house and wildfires.

The ICC recently declared Russia’s deportation of Ukrainian children as a war crime for which President Putin is being held responsible.

Despite the album’s much-publicized trailer, the album fails to deliver in terms of musicality and the range of topics addressed.

Heteronormativity is a cultural bias that presumes heterosexuality is the natural and normal default state of all people.

From advanced chatbots to physical robots, people are forging connections with AI-equipped systems for sex, love, and even friendship.

A new research study has challenged stereotypes of regional towns in Australia being close-knit, conservative and resistant to change.

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is seeking to extend its mandate to investigate procurement corruption by the NLC.

Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan recently visited South Africa to strengthen bilateral political and trade relations.

Raila Odinga and his party, Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya, have called for mass protests, challenging the legitimacy of President Ruto’s win

More than 17 million Americans live within a mile of at least one oil or gas well, most new oil and gas wells have been fracked.

Math and statistics awareness month needs to be taken more seriously, as subpar math achievement has been endemic in the US for a long time.

The research found that less than 50% of people disclose their thoughts of suicide, making plans, or having attempted to end their life.

Ramaphosa defended the recent increase in the number of ministries from 28 to 30, stating that the new ministries were necessary.

Phiwokuhle Manana’s passion for the industry started when he got a job as a construction worker after matriculation.

Thapelo Keetile, a 33-year-old digital artist from Kuruman, expresses his gratitude for the freedom to explore his career as an artist in SA.

CHIETA has established the Lesedi Youth Fund to provide funding for students in their final years of study in the chemicals industry.

The protesters carried placards that read “Abolish the Anti-homo Bill, and “Protect Queer Kids,” as they sang struggle songs.

Calls are mounting for the release of 668ha of underutilised, well-located military land to help relieve Cape Town’s housing crisis.

Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects approximately one in ten people assigned female at birth.

Nelisiwe Tshabangu, a 33-year-old from Pretoria, Gauteng, has recently become a student in the Food Safety Assurer programme.

Meet the founder of Namhla Collection, an innovative organic skincare range business based in the Eastern Cape.

The newly sworn-in members of South Africa’s National Executive have expressed their readiness to serve the people.

Kelebohile Matsose, a young farming prodigy, has turned her attention to producing her own chia plant tea called Feel Good Tea

African catfish farming has become a booming business in Nigeria due to the species’ adaptability to various environmental conditions.

South Africa’s Amapiano music genre continues to expand its global influence, with the rise of fresh new DJs.

The Electoral Amendment Bill proposed in South Africa intends to change the way citizens vote in national and provincial elections.

NATO members and other western countries are providing Ukraine with modern and sophisticated weaponry, including tanks and anti-tank.

In our new study, we investigated the popular genre of “TeachTok” – where teachers teach and talk about teaching on TikTok

The study, based on 10 years of patient data from the Refugee Health Clinic, found that 239 children who had been detained

Following an embarrassing escape by a convicted murderer and rapist, Thabo Bester, Mangaung has a temporary manager.

Umar Jones, a 10-year-old student from Silverton in the Western Cape, knows all too well the pain of being bullied.

Alleen Magumbi, founder of Ulusoy Africa Poultry (UAP) in South Africa, is making a significant impact on the local farming industry.

The National Treasury’s Jobs Fund and CapaCiti Digital Career Accelerator have partnered to tackle youth unemployment

Sebokeng residents in Gauteng, South Africa, can look forward to improved access to free health care services.

Scientists used to interpret this apparent mismatch in blood flow and energy demand as evidence that there is no shortage of blood supply.

A luxury home paid for with Lottery money by actress Terry Pheto, star of Tsotsi and The Bold and the Beautiful, has been sold.

Evidence before the Commission was that the police stations in Khayelitsha were significantly understaffed and under-resourced.

The AUKUS submarine announcement earlier this month reignited a long-running debate about how to best preserve Australia’s sovereignty.

Canada’s jurists have publicly expressed their concerns that the proposed Israeli changes could undermine the rule of law.

This lack of specificity can lead to mundane behaviours being treated as antisocial behaviour and even victims of abuse being punished.

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent cabinet reshuffle saw Paul Mashatile as the deputy president of South Africa.

Bullying is a widespread problem that affects almost all students at some point during their academic career.

The curriculum refreshes group learning in broad bands – and this presents problems for specific guidance and benchmarks.

Several other public service unions conclude 7.5% agreement with government, but NEHAWU says deal for previous year must be finalised first.

A recent study has found that low-income children who were part of SNAP did not experience a decline in their emotional and mental health.

Financial stress is a growing concern for many New Zealanders, with nearly two-thirds of the population worrying about the cost of living